This article aims to answer commonly asked questions that people have in regards to how your criminal history can affect your qualification for a marijuana card.
Even though medial marijuana is now legal in 33 states, some people are still confused as to who qualifies.
Each state has set their own standards that doctors must follow when evaluating potential patients.
The good news is that most states do allow patients with medical records to obtain a medical marijuana card.
There are still a few specific states that will deny you a medical marijuana card.
Most states limit the rights of felons, and if you have ever had a criminal record, you know how much of a barrier it can be in your day to day life.
In some states, if you have a criminal record you are not allowed to hold some commercial licenses, like a real estate license.
As far as getting a Medical Marijuana recommendation, it is going to depend on the state you are living in.
It is estimated that approximately 8% of the US adult population has some felony conviction.
Fortunately most states will not bar you from holding a medical marijuana card if you are a convicted felon.
There are exceptions to this however:
Most states are fairly lenient when it comes to allowing patients to have medical marijuana cards if they are convicted felons.
Medical Marijuana Business licenses, however are a different story.
These licenses would be required if you want to operate a medical marijuana clinic or a medical marijuana dispensary.
Many states have imposed this restriction and will now allow convicted felons to operate a legal marijuana business.
These restrictions have been enacted in order to legitimize the medical marijuana industry and prevent interstate traffic of marijuana products.
In Florida you can indeed get a medical marijuana card, even if you have a past felony conviction.
In Florida there is a special process for becoming a medical marijuana caregiver.
A medical marijuana caregiver is a person who can legally obtain and posses cannabis for use by a qualified medical marijuana patient.
Usually marijuana caregivers are legal guardians or parents, or they are taking care of an elderly or disabled person who cannot care for themselves.
To become a Medical marijuana caregiver in Florida you must pass a background check, so if you do have felony convictions, you will not be able to become a care giver.
If you have any questions regarding how to become a medical marijuana patient and how get a medical marijuana card, the first step is clicking on the button bellow to fill out the application.